Match Review 20th Sec : VS JEF United Chiba at Fukuda Denshi Arena on September 19

Okayama 1 JEF United Chiba 2

The total attendance: 2,705


 

This sec, veteran playmaker, Ueda was back in the starting line-up. While, former Okayama ace striker, Kawamata started the game.


Two minutes after the kickoff, Okayama conceded an opening goal by Kawamata. Afterwards, the visitors struggled to create chances. In the 14th minute, the rival added a second. Nine minutes later, Uejo's free kick hit the bar. In the 38th minute, Shirai's mid-range shot hit the bar again. Five minutes later, Ueda's corner was
blocked by the opponent.


Two strikers, Shimizu and Yamamoto came off the bench. In the 58th minute, Uejo's free kick was ballooned miles over the bar. A minute later, Yamamoto almost smashed the net. In the 73th minute, Tokumoto's attempt was off target. In the 84th minute, Yamamoto found the net with his superb header. However, afterwards, the red-uniformed men were not able to equalize the match.